Which nutrient is the body's preferred source of energy?

A. minerals
B. carbohydrates
C. protein
D. fiber


ANS: B

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Some types of simple and complex carbohydrates in foods elevate blood glucose levels more than do others

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Roles that phytochemicals play in disease reduction include all of the following EXCEPT:

a. acting as hormone-initiating substances in cancer. b. decreasing formation of blood clots. c. blocking or neutralizing enzymes that promote the development of cancer. d. serving as antioxidants that prevent and repair damage to cells due to oxidation.

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Prolonged exposure to elevations of PTH causes the development of what bone disease (characterized by rapid bone turnover with an excess of collagen production)?

a. rickets b. osteomalacia c. osteopenia d. osteosarcoma e. osteitis fibrosa cystica

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